Sewing Machinist, Long Eaton

We are currently recruiting for a Sewing Machinist to join a busy and growing manufacturing team in Long Eaton on a temporary to permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone with previous sewing machine experience who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment.

In this Sewing Machinist role you will be working with garments, sewing fabric pieces together, overlocking and inspecting finished items.

• £14.00 per hour
• 39 hours per week

• Monday to Thursday: 6am - 3pm
• Friday: 6am - 11am
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• 15-minute paid break daily
• Optional overtime available

• Early finish every Friday
• Optional overtime available
• Full training provided for suitable candidates
• Friendly and supportive working environment

• Operate overlock sewing machines to sew and finish garment seams.
• Accurately join fabric pieces in line with specifications and production requirements.
• Ensure all products meet high-quality sewing and finishing standards.
• Inspect garments for defects, loose threads, and sewing faults.
• Follow patterns, work instructions, and production orders.
• Work towards production targets while maintaining excellent quality standards.
• Set up, thread, and adjust overlock machines for different fabrics and products.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance, including replacing needles and reporting faults.
• Measure and check completed work to ensure accuracy.
• Work with a variety of fabrics, including stretch, woven, and knitted materials.

• Previous experience operating overlock sewing machines is desirable.
• Upholstery sewing experience would be advantageous.
• Candidates with experience sewing clothing, curtains, or other textiles will also be considered, as full training can be provided.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.